Here are a few options to get you started on the patent process or you can schedule an appointment for one-on-one assistance detailing all the resources the library has to offer for patent research.
USPTO Web Patent Database - Full text of all U.S. patents issued since January 1, 1976 and images and PDFs of every patent issued since 1790.
General Information Concerning Patents - Provides information in nontechnical language concerning the application for and granting of patents. Answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the patent application process.
Resources that are limited to in-library access only by using a PTRC Workstation:
PubEAST - The "public" version of the Examiner's Automated Search Tool provides seamless access for searching patent full-text and abstract databases.
PubWEST - The "public" version of the Web-based Examiner's Search Tool offers a server-based application tool for searching patent full-text and abstract databases.